Recommended Outdoor Conservation Practices

“Cycle and Soak” – Water in in two to three short cycles rather than a single long period of time is more efficient and beneficial and allows the water to soak deeply into the ground between the cycles. For example, Water for four minutes, wait at least 60 minutes to allow soil to absorb the water. Then water another four minutes, and then wait again. If necessary, water another four minutes. Chances are you will see a significant improvement in your lawn’s beauty and health.

Position sprinklers so they’re not watering driveways and walkways.

Follow the City’s Irrigation Zone Schedule and water only when needed on the two specific days assigned to your neighborhood.

Hand-water with a hose where possible. Homeowners who water with a handheld hose routinely use one-third less water outdoors than those using an automatic sprinkler system.

Water lawns when wind speed is low to reduce over spray.

When the kids want to cool off, use the sprinkler in an area where your lawn needs it the most.

About The City of Sugarland

Sugar Land is a full-service municipality providing the highest quality of affordable services to meet the needs of its citizens. Master-planned communities and welcoming neighborhoods enhance home values and create a sense of belonging.

Coalition Partners

ABOUT THE COALITION

The Save Water Texas Coalition (SWTC) is made up of cities, water agencies, water professionals, community leaders, and educators who are dedicated to raising public awareness about the critical need for water conservation and water reuse measures in order to assure sustainability of our finite groundwater and surface water resources.

In order to fulfill its mission, the Coalition communicates through all available venues – electronic, print, internet, and social media – to reach residents of all ages and economic status throughout Harris, Montgomery, and Fort Bend Counties. SWTC is collecting a broad base of water efficiency information, links, interviews, videos, and expert resources for its comprehensive website – www.SaveWaterTexas.org.

OUR MISSION

To promote public understanding and discourse about the challenge and opportunity to secure the state’s water future.

Methods include:

Launching a multi-media campaign to offer compelling, reliable and accurate information necessary to change wasteful water behaviors and habits;

Providing access to research information to validate water efficiency measures involving home, lawn and garden uses; and

Informing residents about drought contingency measures that will help stretch finite water resources into the future.